Payments

The payments landscape for community banks is changing rapidly as traditional payments converge with new instant payment systems and emerging cryptocurrencies. It is critical for Community Banks to maintain awareness of developments in the payments space to assess new opportunities, mitigate risks, and ensure that their payment strategy aligns with overall business plans.

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IMF researchers urge global crypto regulatory regime

Dec 10, 2021 | NewsWatch Today
A new International Monetary Fund article urges regulators across the globe to develop comprehensive international standards for digital assets.

As crypto CEOs testify, ICBA urges coordinated regulatory approach

Dec 9, 2021 | NewsWatch Today
With cryptocurrency CEOs testifying before Congress, ICBA called on policymakers to enact a comprehensive, coordinated regulatory approach to digital assets that ensures innovation is undertaken safely.

Understanding Velocity BIN Attacks and How to Address Them

Dec 7, 2021 | Payments Pulse
It’s Friday night and you are enjoying your well-deserved, stress-free night when your work phone rings. It’s your call center manager informing you of a rise in complaints of unauthorized transactions—all at the same merchant.